Lyford, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 2/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
2,153 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
76.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$44,464 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
75.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$58,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$449 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$537 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
58.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Willacy County
7
Raymondville Urban Area
7
Texas
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Willacy County
6
Raymondville Urban Area
6
Texas
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 0 58
Feb 1 0 61
Mar 1 0 68
Apr 1 0 74
May 3 0 80
Jun 3 0 84
Jul 2 0 85
Aug 2 0 86
Sep 5 0 82
Oct 3 0 75
Nov 1 0 67
Dec 1 0 60

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 59% of residents leaning left and 38% leaning right.

Liberal (60%) (38%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 35%
Hillary Clinton 63%
Other 2%

Schools

Lyford El
<1 miles, W 2.8 star
Ccjjaep
<1 miles, W
Lyford Hs
<1 miles, W 3.2 star
Lyford Middle
<1 miles, W 2.3 star

Colleges

Hospitals

Vhs Harlingen Hospital Company Llc
18 miles, S 3.2 star
Harlingen Medical Center
19 miles, S 5 star

Airports

Valley International Airport
15 miles, S 1 star